After Saturday’s defeat against Lombardy neighbours Atalanta, Milan will have a chance to put it right against another rival when they play Inter tonight.
As il Corriere della Sera writes this morning (via MilanNews), the Coppa Italia quarter-final between the Nerazzurri and the Rossoneri this evening might have taken on a different meaning had both teams not slipped up at the weekend, but now it has become almost an obligation that there is an immediate reaction.
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It takes on more importance now though, as in the case of Milan the fear is that a new defeat could open a crisis. Ibrahimovic has tried to encourage his team, stating: “We must react immediately,” and we know perfectly well that a clear and immediate response is essential tonight.
Pioli’s ambitious Milan side – strengthened by Ibra’s leadership – have grown a lot and want to win in every game of every competition they play, which is why tonight is a formidable psychological test. If the Diavolo have really grown up, they will have to prove it in this match.
